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Holiday discounts and gift-giving guide for Veterans The holidays are upon us and it’s time for the joy of giving. Check out this list of timely gift-giving options and discounts for Veterans and their families. READ MORE

Events this Week Dec. 9 - B2B: Reboot Entrepreneurial Training Dec. 9 - Caregivers Workshop Dec. 9 - Stress Solutions Workshop Dec. 10 - Economic Development Initiative: Puerto Rico Virtual Panel Discussion Dec. 10 - Creating Calmness in Stressful Times Workshop Dec. 11 - Irreverent Warriors Silkies Hike - Key West, FL Dec. 11 - Puerto Rico: Spouse Support Summit Dec. 13 - Effective Communication Workshop Dec. 13 - Stress Solutions Workshop Dec. 14 - Entrepreneurship Training for Veterans Dec. 14 - Stress Solutions Workshop Dec. 14 - SBA Baltimore – Hour with Veterans Dec. 14 - Yoga4Caregivers Dec. 14 - Creating Calmness Workshop Dec. 15 - VetXL - Indiana Dec. 15 (12-1 p.m.) - Transitioning Successfully into Retirement Dec. 15 (3-4 p.m.) - Transitioning Successfully into Retirement Dec. 15 (7-8 p.m.) - Transitioning Successfully into Retirement VIEW ALL EVENTS Transferring GI Bill to Your Children, Raising Kids Who Aren't Afraid of Eating  In this special holiday episode of VA News, Calvin Haskell, son of Navy Veteran Ron Haskell, discusses transferring your GI Bill benefits to your children and helping Veterans raise kids who aren't afraid of eating. To learn more about these topics, click the link to watch the YouTube video.  WATCH Practicing Mindfulness During the Holidays The holiday season brings joy, happiness and often stress. There is no better time to practice mindfulness so that you can be present to manage the ups and downs of this busy season. LEARN MORE Connecting with Other Veterans this Holiday Season: 12 Ways to Create Community Holidays can be a difficult time for many Veterans. This is especially true for Veterans who may be separated from friends and family due to distance or COVID-19. LEARN MORE Why I get my health care at VA: Navy Veteran Dick Veteran Job Postings Avionics Technician - Tulsa, OK Avionics Technician - Arlington, TX Avionics Technician - Tampa, FL Post a free job to RallyPoint's community consisting of nearly 2 million veterans, spouses, caregivers and survivors. If your company is looking to hire military connected people, please post the open job URL.  POST FREE JOB VA COVID-19: Updates | Chat | App | Weekly Report | Vaccine Vets First Podcast: The Ongoing Battle: Josh Marino, Rob Otto Share About PTSD, Depression, Suicide In this episode, Vets First Podcast hosts Levi Sowers and Brandon Rea interview Army Veteran Josh Marino to discuss the traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and internal injuries sustained during his service. READ MORE Make the Connection: Alcohol or Drug Misuse Borne the Battle 264:  Afghanistan Withdrawal, Evacuation This episode of Borne the Battle features four intrepid Afghanistan Veterans who discuss how they processed their tangled web of emotions as the Afghanistan withdrawal unfolded and reflect upon their service. LEARN MORE LISTEN NOW Social Determinants of Health – Veteran Health Equity Podcast Episode 1 The Health Equity Office just dropped their new podcast series! The Veterans Health Equity Podcast, Leave No Veteran Behind, highlights efforts across VA to promote equitable health outcomes amongst America’s Veterans. READ MORE LISTEN My Amazon Warrior Story: Solving Some of the Globe’s Toughest Problems as an AF Reservist While Grounded in Mountain Life Are you a Warrior in Transition? See if a career at Amazon works for you. READ MORE Apple 10% off products and accessories with ID.me. Lululemon 15% off online and in-store. Available for active military, Veterans, reservists and spouses. Brooklyn Bedding 25% off discount and free shipping. VIEW ALL DISCOUNTS

VAntage Point Blogs: West Point graduate with multiple sclerosis preparing for ultra-marathon Study links statin use with diabetes progression, points to need for further research Holiday discounts and gift-giving guide for Veterans Commemorating a legacy of service on the 80th anniversary of Pearl Harbor Pearl Harbor survivor, 100, recalls tragic day 80 years later Solid Start program has helped over 157,000 Veterans in just two years VA research uncovers new ways to treat Veterans Neurosurgeons perform first ‘awake’ brain surgery at Houston VA Pearl Harbor attack sailors killed, interred at national cemetery Pearl Harbor survivor recalls fateful day before passing Learn more about a nursing program structured for your success In 2003, Ce-Ce Mazyck’s parachute got tangled with another soldier’s; today she’s a voice for disabled Veterans Researchers carry out the first head-to-head comparison of the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines The good Samaritans… a VA police officer and his wife Statement on the passing of former Senator Bob Dole Robotic pets rekindle positive memories for resident Veterans VA’s PRIDE program – this week’s Veteran health equity podcast VA psychologists help Veterans take charge of their mental health Puerto Rico bound: Vet Center mobile health unit will provide mental health services VA woman Veteran author: Coast Guard Veteran Hillary “Herby” Herbst Army Veteran creates two Halls of Heroes to honor local Veterans Wait times for custom foot orthotics reduced from 8-12 weeks to 5-7 days After months in ICU battling COVID, Veteran returns to say thank you VA News Releases:  2021 Under Secretary for Health’s Robert L. Jesse Award recognizes VA boundary-breaking innovations VA advances Electronic Health Record Modernization program VA statement on GPO printing and mailing delay

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